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When we live by grace, were doing for another individual kindnesses he doesnt deserve, hasnt earned, could not ask for, and cant repay (Matthew 18:21-35). Its main facets are beauty, kindness, gratitude, charm, favor, and thankfulness (Luke 17:11-19). Grace offers man what he cannot do for himself. The unwritten creed of many, is that God … Continue reading “On Living By Grace – Bible study”

Over the past ten years, I have substituted at various school libraries in our local school district, and have observed the following regarding the children of this present generation: Without instruction, discipline and supervision, children will show little respect for those in authority. Without instruction, discipline and supervision, children will run rampant yes, even in … Continue reading “Without Instruction, Discipline And Supervision – Bible study”

Coercion conquers men outwardly but leaves them inwardly unsubdued. A wise leader uses a minimum of compulsion and a maximum of persuasion (2 Corinthians 5:11; cf. Acts 18:1-4; Acts 19:8). Most people resent and resist doing things they have to do, just because somebody else wants them to do them, yet nothing will keep a … Continue reading “Because We May Or Because We Must? – Bible study”

Oh Eve..how could you? You were perfect. You carried within your body the generations of humanity. Your beauty enhanced all of Gods creation. You were the beautiful complement to Adam. He needed a help mate and you were created (Genesis 2:18-23). Paradise was given to you in all its perfection. The animals were your companions. … Continue reading “The First Bite – Bible study”

There are some brethren in the brotherhood who change churches almost as often as they change socks. They are what I call nitpickers always finding fault with this and that. Nothing or no one is ever right. When some member offends them in some way, they immediately look for “greener pastures.” Only to find out, … Continue reading “On Changing Churches And Socks – Bible study”

Not long after my wife and I married, I thought I knew the ultimate shortcut to my wifes heart. I arrived home one afternoon with a bouquet of a dozen red roses behind my back. When I presented the flowers to her, she thanked me, gave me a kiss, sniffed the flowers, and then immediately … Continue reading “The Degree Of Our Love For God – Bible study”

As any good writer will tell you, good writing is an art. Good writers are always wanting to improve their writing ability, and that includes the use of proper grammar. Jon Gingerich, who is the editor of O’Dwyer’s magazine in New York, has written an excellent article entitled,20 Common Grammar Mistakes That (Almost) Everyone Makes. … Continue reading “20 Common Grammar Mistakes – Bible study”

In our world today, we have need of filters of all sorts. We filter the air and water in our homes. We use filters for fuel, air, and oil in our automobiles. We even have various filters in the human body. Lungs, kidneys, stomach, and even hair serve in such capacities. Many of us also … Continue reading “Filters – Bible study”

The above question has been asked multiple times with multiple answers being given as to what constitutes “the good life. Let us consider the following story: There was once a gentle, quiet man who sought no recognition, who left the care of his life in Gods hands one who occupied himself solely with doing Gods … Continue reading “What Is “The Good Life” And Who Has It? – Bible study”

Oh, not for more or longer days, dear Lord, My prayer shall be But rather teach me how to use the days Now given me. I ask not more of pleasure or of joy For this brief while But rather let me for the joys I have Be glad and smile. I ask not ownership … Continue reading “A Prayer – Bible study”